Leila Farooq

Leila Farooq

Telecom & Media Analyst

Telecom and media analyst covering wireless carriers, broadband, and streaming ecosystems. Background in network economics and competitive strategy. Emphasizes subscriber quality, pricing discipline, spectrum/capex tradeoffs, and content cost leverage.

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Texas Homebuilder Innovates with SEC-Approved Cryptocurrency to Incentivize Housing Payments
Jan 16, 2026 Finance

Texas Homebuilder Innovates with SEC-Approved Cryptocurrency to Incentivize Housing Payments

MegPrime Token aims to transform routine housing payments into rewards, offering renters and homeowners financial incentives amid rising borrowing costs

MegPrime Holding, LLC, a Texas-based homebuilder, has received regulatory clearance from the SEC to introduce MegPrime Token—a utility cryptocurrenc...

Jan 16, 2026 Finance

M&T Bank Prepares for Q4 Earnings Release Amid Mixed Analyst Revisions

Wall Street’s top analysts adjust forecasts as Buffalo-based bank approaches key financial disclosure

M&T Bank Corporation is set to announce its fourth-quarter results, with earnings expected to rise year-over-year. Recent analyst updates reflect a ca...

Jan 16, 2026 Finance

Gene Munster Highlights Stronger AI Demand Prospects for 2026 Backed by Nvidia and TSMC Updates

New corporate signals suggest accelerating growth in AI infrastructure beyond current market estimates

Gene Munster of Deepwater Asset Management projects that artificial intelligence demand will exceed Wall Street expectations through 2026, following e...

Venezuelan Opposition Leader Presents Nobel Medal to Trump Amid Political Efforts
Jan 15, 2026 Business News

Venezuelan Opposition Leader Presents Nobel Medal to Trump Amid Political Efforts

María Corina Machado's gesture highlights her bid for influence in shaping Venezuela's future with U.S. support

During a White House luncheon, Venezuelan opposition figure María Corina Machado handed over her Nobel Peace Prize medal to former President Donald T...

Jan 15, 2026 Trade Ideas

Zscaler: The Growth Trajectory Is Cleaner — Buy the Pullback, Size Carefully

Cloud-native security with improving economics; use a tactical long with defined stops and layered targets.

Zscaler's latest quarter clarifies a durable growth path: revenue acceleration, strong operating cash generation, and margin improvement despite a nea...

Trade Idea Long
Lucasfilm Announces Leadership Change as Kathleen Kennedy Steps Aside
Jan 15, 2026 News & Politics

Lucasfilm Announces Leadership Change as Kathleen Kennedy Steps Aside

Dave Filoni to Lead 'Star Wars' Franchise into Its Next Era with Co-President Lynwen Brennan

Kathleen Kennedy is departing her leadership role at Lucasfilm after over 13 years, with Dave Filoni taking over as president and chief creative offic...

Evaluating the Case for Early Social Security Benefits at 62
Jan 15, 2026 Business News

Evaluating the Case for Early Social Security Benefits at 62

Understanding the primary motivations and implications of claiming retirement benefits before full retirement age

While deferring Social Security benefits until age 70 maximizes monthly payments, there are three notable reasons why claiming benefits at 62 may be a...

Federal Immigration Agents' Protest Tactics in Minneapolis Raise Questions of Safety and Training
Jan 15, 2026 News & Politics

Federal Immigration Agents' Protest Tactics in Minneapolis Raise Questions of Safety and Training

Deployment of immigration enforcement officers in civilian crowd control roles draws criticism amid recent fatal shooting

In Minneapolis, federal immigration agents have adopted assertive tactics to manage protests following the shooting of a woman, sparking concerns abou...

Jan 15, 2026 Trade Ideas

CAVA: Three Reasons to Buy Now — Growth, Cash Flow and a Low-Risk Entry

Actionable January trade: constructive fundamentals + clear entry, stop and target levels.

CAVA Group (CAVA) looks like a compelling buy this January. The fast-casual Mediterranean chain is showing accelerating top-line growth, improving ope...

Trade Idea Long
U.S. Channels Venezuelan Oil Sale Revenues Through Qatar Amid Sanctions and Legal Challenges
Jan 15, 2026 Business News

U.S. Channels Venezuelan Oil Sale Revenues Through Qatar Amid Sanctions and Legal Challenges

Funds from Venezuelan oil sales are held in Qatar to navigate creditor claims and facilitate controlled disbursement to Venezuela

The United States has raised hundreds of millions of dollars through the sale of Venezuelan oil, with proceeds being held in a Qatari bank rather than...